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Hedgehogs May Be Risky for Heart Patients
By Mari S. GoldPromising anticancer treatments, called hedgehog antagonists, may cause heart function to deteriorate. Researchers are studying whether these drugs will damage heart patients. Read more about this research.
The Simple Things May Save You
By Corie RichterResearch has determined a naturally occurring compound in Chinese red yeast may hold some benefit for heart patients. A purified form of the extract lowered death rates and reduced lipid levels in the blood. Read more.
Preventative Antibiotics for Dental Procedures Questioned
By Corie RichterFor several decades, doctors have recommended that certain heart disease patients take antibiotics before and after having dental work completed. However, new research indicates that this may not be necessary. Read more about the association between dental work and heart disease.
Obestity and Cardiovascular Risk Across Ethnic Groups
From the Archives of Internal Medicine.The obesity epidemic spans nations and ethnicities. And the ramifications of this epidemic are far-reaching. Obesity is a risk factor of serious heart damage. Still, obesity is not inevitable.
Prescription for Health: Coffee
By Corie RichterNew research has found that drinking four cups of regular coffee a day can reduce atherosclerosis and may even prevent diabetes. In the past, coffee has been negatively associated with heart disease and diabetes, and there are still some risks to consider.
Some Muscle Diseases Associated with Statins
By Corie RichterStatins are one of the most common treatments for patients with heart disease. However, new research has associated statin use with chronic muscle diseases. Read more about this research and symptoms of the possible adverse effects of statins.
Still Smoking? It's Worth Giving It Up
By Corie RichterThough smoking is a tough habit to kick, research has shown that no matter how long you've smoked, quitting can greatly improve your health. Five years after quitting, risk of heart disease and stroke were greatly reduced.
Stopping Smoking Cuts Women's Early Death Risk
There is a significant reduction in risk of death for women within the first five years of quitting smoking--and the risk continues to decrease with time. In fact, 20 years after quitting, risk drops to the same levels as women who never smoked.
Depression and Heart Failure Study
By Corie RichterAn estimated one-third of congestive hear failure patients also battle depression--though many fail to recognize their depression. Research has shown that counseling coupled with exercise can help treat depression.
Migraines Linked to Stoke and Heart Attacks
By Eliz Greene
Does your migraine put you at a higher risk for heart attack and stroke? A recent study says yes. Heart attack-survivor and migraine-sufferer Eliz Greene offers some simple strategies manage your symptoms and limit your risk.
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